Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are a fun and delicious twist on classic pizza, featuring gooey mozzarella and savory pepperoni wrapped in soft biscuit dough, baked to golden perfection and served with warm marinara dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack for parties and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Filling
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Topping and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Open the can of biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Flatten each biscuit into a 3-4 inch diameter circle, creating a base for the filling.
- Add Filling: Place about a tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese and several slices of pepperoni in the center of each dough circle.
- Seal Bombs: Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them tightly to seal, forming a ball. Position each ball seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to maintain shape while baking.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over each pizza bomb to enhance taste and browning.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the tops of the pizza bombs for an extra savory crust and appealing finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the dough is fully cooked through.
- Warm Sauce: While baking, gently warm the marinara or pizza sauce in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave until ready for dipping.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the pizza bombs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes to complete cooking and to avoid burning your mouth when eating.
- Serve: Serve the warm pepperoni pizza bombs with the heated marinara sauce on the side for dipping and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to pinch the dough edges tightly to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
- You can substitute pepperoni with other fillings like cooked sausage or veggies for variety.
- For a crispier crust, broil the pizza bombs for the last minute of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
